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Enrolled Nurse - Mental Health Acute Inpatient Service (MHAIS)
Ipswich Hospital
Make a Difference in Mental Health | Multiple Casual Nursing Opportunities Are you passionate about delivering compassionate care and making a meaningful impact on the lives of patients and their families? Join our dedicated team as an Enrolled Nurse and be part of a supportive environment where your skills, knowledge, and commitment to excellence are truly valued.
Job details
| Position status | Casual |
|---|---|
| Position type | Non Standard Hours |
| Occupational group | Health - Nursing |
| Classification | Nurse Grade 3 |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane - West,Ipswich region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/WM692507_09 |
| Closing date | 06-Oct-2026 |
| Job duration | |
| Contact person | Damien Russell |
| Contact details | 07 2811 4300 Access the National Relay Service |
About West Moreton Health
West Moreton Health is one of Queensland's most diverse and rapidly evolving health services, delivering health care to over 300,000 people across Ipswich, Boonah, Gatton, Laidley, and Esk.
We provide preventative and primary healthcare services, ambulatory services, acute care, sub-acute care, oral health, mental health and other specialised services, including prison and youth detention health services, and alcohol and other drugs services to the region.
At West Moreton Health, our employees apply our shared values to every aspect of their work. This helps make sure our workplaces are effective, inclusive and empower our employees to reach our goals.
As a Child Safe Organisation, at West Moreton Health:
- We prioritise children and young people being seen, heard, and safe in every interaction.
- We create inclusive environments where the voices and needs of children and young people are valued and respected.
- We believe safeguarding is shared responsibility, upheld by every member of our organisation.
Come and join a connected team of over 6,000 professionals delivering compassionate, community-based care across the West Moreton region.
What it's like to work with us | West Moreton Health
About the role
The Enrolled Nurse (EN with Endorsement) supports a registered nurse in the provision of person and family centred, quality, safe patient care specified by the standards of practice and registration from the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA). This care will be evidenced by educational preparation, adhering to relevant legislation and context of care.
About you
Our ideal candidate will be someone who can demonstrate the following:
- Demonstrates ability to provide excellent consumer and family centred care to the patients within West Moreton Hospital and Health service informed by best practice, evidence-based principles, and within the standards of practice for an Enrolled Nurse.
- Demonstrates experience in medication administration and the ability to monitor physical co-morbidity for consumers with mental health problems.
- Consistently delivers a high level of service to mental health consumers, demonstrating rapport building skills, listening skills and empathy.
- Willing to take instructions and guidance from others and willing to help and support others to contribute to the successful functioning of the team.
- Demonstrates self-management skills, a commitment to nursing and flexibility to adapt to unexpected changes.
Mandatory Requirements:
- Vaccinated against, and remain vaccinated against, certain vaccine preventable diseases (VPD) as outlined in the Health Employment Directive NO. 01/16
- Appointment to this position requires proof of qualification and registration or membership with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra). Certified copies of the required information must be provided to the appropriate supervisor/manager, prior to the commencement of clinical duties.
Why choose us
- Purposeful work that makes a meaningful impact in one of Queensland's fastest-growing regions.
- Professional development including mentorship, paid study leave, simulation training and research opportunities.
- Career pathways with support to step into senior roles and leadership.
- Wellbeing supports including peer networks, flexible work options, EAP and dedicated mental health programs.
- Competitive benefits including salary packaging and up to 12.75% super.
- A lifestyle you'll love in a region that blends rural charm, natural beauty and city convenience.
To apply
For further information regarding this role, please download and read the attached Role Description and Information Packages. You will need to submit your Cover Letter, CV or Resume, including the names and contact details of two referees and a short response (maximum 1-2 pages) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities are relevant to the role.
Applications to remain current for a period of 12 months and may be used to fill a similar vacancy.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for all West Moreton Health vacancies.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
Documents
Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.
